American biography is a podcast that looks at American history through a human prism by examining the lives of important, if less discussed, Americans who have exerted great influence upon the nation's development. It's the American story told through Americans' stories.

Special guest Zack Twamley from When Diplomacy Fails joins us to celebrate our 1 year podiversary and we discuss the international and domestic intrigue surrounding Marshall. "The Star - Spangled Banner" performed by Logan Hardin.

This episode is a collaboration with Steve Guerra of the History of the Papacy Podcast regarding Pope Francis's 2015 visit to the United States. Featuring: Stephen Stirling of The Star Ledger Newspaper I accidentally failed to attribute a quote during recording and want to correct that here. The thoughts expressed in the phrase "comfort the afflicted... in the service of people" are attributable to Tiziana Dearing in her 9/17/15 appearance on WBUR's On Point. "The Star - Spangled Banner" performed by Logan Hardin. (Snoopy 20111 on SoundCloud).

A little more on Marshall's life in Richmond and his maturing political philosophy. Also we take a look at the US under the Articles of Confederation and of course the Constitutional Convention! "The Star - Spangled Banner" performed by Logan Hardin. (Snoopy 20111 on SoundCloud).

In this episode, Marshall finds his financial footing, gets married and a wedding present leads to a podcast discussion about his relationship with slavery. "The Star - Spangled Banner" performed by Logan Hardin. (Snoopy 20111 on SoundCloud).

John Marshall is in his first battle, watches Norfolk burn to the ground and joins the Continental Army. Music for American Biography: "The Star - Spangled Banner" performed by Logan Hardin. More from this artist is available at Snoopy 20111 on SoundCloud.

The events that precipitated the American Revolution are discussed. John Marshall joins the militia. "The Star - Spangled Banner" performed by Logan Hardin. More from this artist is available at Snoopy 20111 on SoundCloud.